Markyate Literature is a Wednesday evening Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in the village of Markyate, in the countryside north of St Albans, held at 7.30pm at Markyate Baptist Church, 13 Buckwood Road, AL3 8JB. The hour-long meeting centres on AA literature, with the group reading and discussing the fellowship's books, a structure that makes it easy to follow even on a first visit. It is a closed meeting, so it is for people who have, or think they may have, a desire to stop drinking. The church is wheelchair accessible. There is no charge, no booking and no referral; village meetings like this one spare local people the trip into St Albans or Luton.
Can I attend if I have never been to AA?
Yes. Closed meetings are for anyone who has or thinks they may have a desire to stop drinking, and first-timers are always welcome. Supporters should look for an open meeting instead.
Is there anything to pay or arrange in advance?
No. The meeting is free and there is no booking. Just come to Markyate Baptist Church, 13 Buckwood Road, for 7.30pm on Wednesday.
Does the venue have wheelchair access?
Yes. Markyate Baptist Church is listed as wheelchair accessible.
This listing is checked against fellowship meeting feeds. Last verified: 26 March 2026.
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